The Dragon of Wantley: His Tale: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Dragon of Wantley: His Tale is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wister, Owen (1860–1938).
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"The Dragon of Wantley: His Tale" by Owen Wister is a humorous work of fiction written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a medieval manor and revolves around Sir Godfrey Disseisin, a choleric baron, and his daughter, Miss Elaine, as they navigate the existence of a fearsome dragon that terrorizes their land. The narrative blends elements of farce and adventure, highlighting themes of courage, love, and the absurdity of hereditary curses. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to the domestic life at Wantley Manor, wherein Sir Godfrey is preoccupied with his wine cellar, which has been raided by the dragon that plagues the local tenants. Little Whelpdale, a young servant, discovers that the dragon is not only stealing livestock but also indulging in the baron's precious wines. As Sir Godfrey prepares to confront this menace, tensions rise with the legend surrounding the dragon's curse, which stipulates that a female descendant must face the creature alone to lift the affliction. The opening chapter sets the stage for Elaine's bold determination to meet this challenge directly, hinting at adventure as she seeks to defy her father's wishes and confront the dragon.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Dragon of Wantley: His Tale
- Author credits: Wister, Owen (1860–1938)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Dragons -- Juvenile fiction
- Fairy tales
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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